Social Studies Teacher

Hiring category: International, Saudi / GCC National & Dependent Social Studies Teacher American School Dhahran (ASD) October 25, 2026 Position Description Location Al Khobar, Eastern, Saudi Arabia School / Site American School Dharan Division / Department High School Position Type Teacher Subject / Stages Works days / Hours 191 Days @ 8 Hours per day Position status Full Time Salary code Teacher Eligible Applicants International, Saudi, Dependent Position start date August 1, 2027 Application deadline November 25,2026 Reports To Brent A. Wingers - Principal Requisition Number 04-2728-007 Summary We are looking for a social studies teacher who will be part of a dynamic and highly successful social studies department. The position carries responsibility for teaching high school students. Position Duties The successful candidate will be expected to: - Demonstrate commitment to the safety and security of children and young people ( child protection ). - Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the goals and objectives of a clearly defined and documented curriculum. - Deliver an active, hands-on and student-centered programme to promote learning in social studies courses for high school level students, including AP courses. - Maintain students' attendance records, grades and other required records. - Evaluate and grade students class works and assignments. - Compile, administer, and grade examination. - Assist students who need extra help with their coursework outside of class. - Observe, monitor and record student progress. - Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class. - Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. - Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and course materials and methods of instruction. - Keep abreast of developments in the field by reading current literature, talking with colleagues, and participating in professional conferences. - Collaborate with colleagues to address teaching and research issues. - Support district and school initiatives with professionalism. - Demonstrate creativity. - Serve on academic or administrative committees that deal with institutional policies, departmental matters, and academic issues. - Provide supervision to student “after school activity” or coach/assistant coach the athletic team. - Maintain a safe learning environment for students and staff at all times. - Perform other duties as assigned by the principal and/or the Assistant Principal. Qualifications and Knowledge The ideal candidate will have: - Minimum of bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred. - Certification as a teacher. Experience and Skills Experience - A minimum of two full school years of high school Social Studies teaching experience, including teaching AP courses. Skills - Excellent command of English, both written and oral. - Highly developed classroom management skill. - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills. - Maturity to handle a range of situations. - Loyalty and a high level of confidentiality.

Minimum of bachelor’s degree; master’s degree preferred. Certification as a teacher. A minimum of two full school years of high school Social Studies teaching experience, including teaching AP courses.

Plan and deliver lessons in accordance with the curriculum; deliver an active, hands-on and student-centered programme to promote learning in social studies courses for high school level students, including AP courses. Maintain attendance records, grades and other required records. Evaluate and grade student work and assignments. Compile, administer, and grade examinations. Assist students who need extra help outside of class. Observe, monitor and record student progress. Respond appropriately to the range of individual needs and abilities within the class. Initiate, facilitate, and moderate classroom discussions. Plan, evaluate, and revise curricula, course content, and teaching methods. Keep abreast of developments in the field. Collaborate with colleagues. Support district and school initiatives. Provide supervision to after-school activities or coach/assistant coach the athletic team. Maintain a safe learning environment. Perform other duties as assigned by the principal or Assistant Principal.